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On ‘Golf’s Longest Day,’ Former UF Golfer Chris Nido Falls Just Short of U.S. Open Dream

Video By Brooke Ginaitt, Sports@CJC

JUPITER, Fla. — For U.S. Open hopefuls, the final round of qualifying is known as ‘Golf’s Longest Day.’ Hundreds of amateurs and pros alike battled in 10 36-hole qualifiers across North America attempting to earn a coveted place in the 2024 U.S. Open. At The Bear’s Club in Jupiter, Florida, 71 golfers — including former UF golfer Chris Nido — competed in the final-round qualifier hoping to earn one of five available spots in the Open in Pinehurst, North Carolina.

Posted: June 7, 2024
Category: Covering the U.S. Open